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The Canowindra Phoenix

Your free weekly guide to what's happening in and around Canowindra.

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At the official opening last week were (L-R) Penny Nash, Matt McGrath, Sharon McKay, Andrew Gee MP, Phil Donato MP, Mick Madden, Matt Irvine, Annette Lynch and Jeff Morrissey.

$8.3 Million Canowindra Healthone Ready To Open Its Doors

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

At the official opening last week were (L-R) Penny Nash, Matt McGrath, Sharon McKay, Andrew Gee MP, Phil Donato MP, Mick Madden, Matt Irvine, Annette Lynch and Jeff Morrissey. The new $8.3 million Canowindra HealthOne is ready to open its doors to … Read More...

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Families Urged To Look Local This Father’s Day

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

  With Father’s Day just around the corner, local families are being asked to look local when planning how and where to celebrate Dad this Sunday. Father’s Day once again gives locals … Read More...

The Goonigal Poll Dorsets 11th Annual Ram Sale is at the Canowindra Showground on Friday 11 September.

The Best Rams Ewe Can Get: Goonigal Poll Dorset Stud Ram Sale 2026

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Goonigal Poll Dorsets 11th Annual Ram Sale is at the Canowindra Showground on Friday 11 September. Goonigal Poll Dorsets will be holding their 11th Annual Ram Sale at the Canowindra Showground on … Read More...

Calleen Art Award 2026

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Calleen Art Award is an annual acquisitive painting prize and exhibition, running at the Cowra Rgioanl Art Gallery from 6 September to 18 October. It presents the best of contemporary Australian … Read More...

Enjoy a fun family day out at the 2026 Caragabal Sheep Races. Image credit: Stuart Walmsley.

Hollywood Comes To Caragabal: Sheep Races Celebrates 20 Years With Marilyn Marino And Tom Shanks

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Enjoy a fun family day out at the 2026 Caragabal Sheep Races. Image credit: Stuart Walmsley. Two decades on, the sheep still don’t run straight, and Caragabal wouldn’t have it any other way. One of … Read More...

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Special Interests

Enough Is Enough: Canowindra Cwa Calls Time On The Rural Health Crisis

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

People living in regional, rural and remote NSW have been expected to settle for less healthcare for far too long—and the Country Women’s Association of NSW says it is time to stop … Read More...

World-Class Music Hits Home: Special Local Ticket Discount For Baroquefest

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Music lovers across Canowindra and the Central West have a rare treat landing on their doorstep this September. Baroquefest returns to bring world-class classical musicians right into our backyard— … Read More...

Cabonne Council will introduce a Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) kerbside collection service for eligible households, with planning and community engagement now underway ahead of the 2028 rollout.

From “Why Do We Need It?” To “How Can We Use It?”

19 August, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Cabonne Council will introduce a Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) kerbside collection service for eligible households, with planning and community engagement now underway ahead of the 2028 … Read More...

Measles Warning Highlights Critical Role Of Community Pharmacy Vaccination Services

19 August, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is urging Australians to check their measles vaccination status following new research showing an estimated 1.7 million Australians may be vulnerable to the highly … Read More...

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Sport

U6s Best and Fairest - Stirling Stace.

Be Seen @ Canowindra Junior Pythons Awards Night

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

U6s Best and Fairest - Stirling Stace. U8s Best and Fairest - Malachi Ewart. U10s Best and Fairest - Nate Bowd. Best and Fairest - Ella Parker. … Read More...

Men’s Bowls

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Major triples is now at the final stage with Phil, Brent Lees and Jamie Grant to play Barney Robson, Mathew Lawrence and Steve Fisher at a time to be decided. In the semifinal, Mathew Lawrence, … Read More...

Canowindra Junior Pythons 2026 Awards Presentation Night

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

Last weekend the Canowindra Junior Pythons rugby union club celebrated the end of the 2026 season with their annual presentation night, celebrating all the kids and recognising their hard work, … Read More...

Woodbridge Cup 2026 Grand Final

2 September, 2026 By Canowindra Phoenix Editor

The Cowra Magpies put on a wonderful day last weekend for the Woodbridge Cup 2026 Grand Final, to all clubs and supporters who attended thank you for a wonderful atmosphere you all provided. The … Read More...

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What's On

3 Sep

Canowindra Bowling Club Thursday afternoon social bowls from 2pm.

3 Sep

Canowindra Services Club Thursday Members Badge Draw $1,900. Happy hour 5 – 7pm.

4 Sep

Canowindra Bowls Club Friday night meat raffles and badge draw of $400 up for grabs.

4 Sep

Canowindra Services Club Friday night meat raffles 7pm to 8.30pm plus Members Badge Draw. 1st draw $800, 2nd draw $400, 3rd draw $600. Happy hour 5 – 7pm.

6 Sep

Canowindra Bowls Club Sunday meat raffles and badge draw of $150 up for grabs. Major Jackpot at 7pm.

9 Sep

Canowindra Bowls Club Wednesday badge draw $400 up for grabs.

1 Aug-

16 Sep

Africa Comes to Canowindra: Sue Hodge presents an art show based on her African adventure at Rosnay Organic Cellar Door. For more information call 0419 571 765.

15 Sep

Fibromyalgia Sufferers Support Group, 4pm at the Canowindra Library.

19 Sep

Canowindra Garden Club Plant Stall 9am – 1:30pm outside Lawrence’s IGA.

27 Sep

Canowindra Carp Muster Is Back For 2026! At the Age Of Fishes Museum Canowindra. For more information and booking form go to: https://ozfish.org.au/event/canowindra-carp-muster-nsw-27-september/

4 Oct

Sunday Session at The Bowlo from 4pm with a returning crowd favourite, Michael Wynne (aka MTW from the Enormous Horns). The NRL Grand Finals will be on the big screen after the live music.

Ongoing

Bingo 12:30pm Tuesday, Canowindra Services Club, refreshments provided.

Ongoing

Moorbel Markets first Saturday of the month, 9am – 12.30pm at Moorbel Hall. Great variety of stalls, BBQ and morning tea. To book a stall or for information call Christine 6344 2916.

Ongoing

Canowindra Food Basket at the Canowindra Connections Centre, Blatchford St. Winter hours: 2 to 4pm Thursday, 9am-11am Friday morning

Ongoing

Canowindra Community Choir: Meets every Saturday At Delice Coffee Shop at 2pm. Come along and join us, all welcome.

Ongoing

Bingo at the Services Club every Tuesday at 12.30pm

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Dance Practice: New Vogue and Social Dance Group every Tuesday at Canowindra Services Club, 1- 3pm, $5 pp. Phone Gail 0417 747 338.

Ongoing

Meat raffles at the Canowindra Golf Club. Every Saturday from 6pm.

Ongoing

Canowindra Progress Association meeting third Monday of the month. All welcome. 6pm at the Canowindra Services Club.

Ongoing

Bingo at the Bowlo every Thursday at 11am.

Ongoing

CWA Friendship Morning Tea is held every second Monday of the month at 10.30am at CWA Hall.

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CWA Meeting Canowindra CWA Branch meet on the 4th Thursday of every month at 6.30pm at the CWA Hall in Blatchford Street.

Ongoing

Wrapped With Love: 4th Thursday of month, Montrose House 10am-12pm.

Ongoing

Narcotics Anonymous meeting at 2pm every Saturday, Orana House 32 Ferguson St Canowindra.

Ongoing

The Adult Survivors of Child Abuse – Cowra Support Group meets on the 1st Friday of each month from 12:30 to 14:30 and is open to survivors of all communities. Info at: heal.itmatters.com.au or call Pascale 0458 698 460.

Ongoing

Little Fishes at the Age of Fishes Museum, 11am – 11.30am on the first Friday of every month. Free event. For information call on 6344 1008.

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New Vogue and Social Dance Group Canowindra Services Club, 2-6pm every Sunday.

Ongoing

Canowindra@home meet on the second Wednesday of the month at the Canowindra Bowling Club from 6pm.

Ongoing

Canowindra Library Rhyme Time Friday mornings 10.15am – 10.45am, Canowindra Library, 39 Blatchford St, Canowindra. Ages birth to 2 years.

Ongoing

Cabonne Family Day Care Playgroup Fortnightly on Mondays at St Edwards School Hall, 10am – 12pm. Information on 6392 3219.

Ongoing

Canowindra Dementia Carers Support Group meets on every second Tuesday of the month at the Canowindra Community Health Centre Ryall Street 10am – 12pm. Please RSVP to 6364 4350.

 

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